Old Pasadena Travel Guide

Los Angeles

Old Pasadena
Old Pasadena
Old Pasadena
Old Pasadena
Old Pasadena

The historic centre of Pasadena in Los Angeles County offers alfresco dining, farmers markets, shopping and arts and crafts events.

Old Pasadena is the first commercial centre of Pasadena. Dine in some of the city’s finest restaurants and shop for handmade jewellery, vintage items and boutique clothing. Old Pasadena also has an energetic nightlife scene, with popular bars and music venues.

See many restored historic buildings in the Old Pasadena Historic District. Explore a Victorian-era castle, built over 100 years ago. Take a short walk to a large park, featuring activities for children and free summer concerts.

Organise a self-guided tour of the Castle Green, a nationally registered historic monument. This castle was built in the late 19th century and is regarded as the historic centerpiece of Old Pasadena. Join the December Holiday Tour to appreciate the fascinating architecture with sounds of carols and tastes of holiday treats.

Shop for high-quality fashionable clothing in Old Pasadena. This area is known for its vintage items, watches, antiques and furnishings. Have your hair done or get a manicure at one of the area’s beauty salons. Dress up for dinner and select from a range of excellent restaurants, serving local and international cuisine.

Book a walking architectural tour and see the old Santa Fe Station, the former Green Hotel and Central Park. Learn about many historic buildings, including St. Andrew Roman Catholic Church. The Old Town is now considered a National Register Historic District.

Explore Old Pasadena’s Central Park, a historic park and popular walking area. Visit nearby Memorial Park where, in the summer, you can listen to free weekly concerts for adults and children in the Levitt Pavilion for Performing Arts.

The Metro Gold Line light rail connects Old Pasadena with downtown Los Angeles. Alternatively, find Old Pasadena about 27 miles (43 kilometres) from Los Angeles International Airport.

Old Pasadena is an important historic centre in the Californian city and highly regarded for its shopping, dining and visitor attractions.

Popular places to visit

Universal Studios Hollywood

Universal Studios Hollywood

4.5/5(111 reviews)

Get ready for the ultimate Hollywood experience!

Universal Studios Hollywood
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4.5/5(13 reviews)

Catch an event at Dodger Stadium during your trip to Los Angeles. Experience the fascinating museums and great live music in this vibrant area.

Dodger Stadium
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Los Angeles Convention Center

4/5(13 reviews)

During your trip, find out what's happening in Los Angeles Convention Center, a top convention centre in Los Angeles. Experience the fascinating museums and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

Los Angeles Convention Center
Santa Monica Beach

Santa Monica Beach

4.5/5(96 reviews)

Located just west of downtown Los Angeles, this iconic southern California beach is a haven for swimmers, surfers, beachcombers and fitness enthusiasts.

Santa Monica Beach
Sofi Stadium Airplane in the sky

SoFi Stadium

Catch an event at SoFi Stadium during your trip to Inglewood.

SoFi Stadium
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Six Flags Magic Mountain

4/5(13 reviews)

Enjoy the excitement at Six Flags Magic Mountain and find out why this is a popular theme park in Stevenson Ranch. Attend a sporting event or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

Six Flags Magic Mountain

Things to do

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per adult
84% of travellers recommend
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per adult
96% of travellers recommend
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฿956
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฿415
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Top hotels in Old Pasadena

Courtyard by Marriott Pasadena/Old Town

Courtyard by Marriott Pasadena/Old Town

4 out of 5
180 N Fair Oaks Ave Pasadena CA
The price is ฿4,506 per night from 25 May to 26 May
฿4,506
฿5,280 total
25 May - 26 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Pasadena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,144 reviews)
The breakfast was à la carte and included two cold items and a drink or one hot item and a drink. We didn’t know this the first day and got one of hot and cold item each. However the hotel staff were very kind and did not charge us for the extra breakfast. The rooms were very clean and housekeeping ...

Reviewed on 12 May 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Pasadena/Old Town
Loews Hollywood Hotel

Loews Hollywood Hotel

4 out of 5
1755 North Highland Avenue Los Angeles CA
The price is ฿8,567 per night from 17 May to 18 May
฿8,567
฿11,086 total
17 May - 18 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5,222 reviews)
Amazing stay. Love this hotel!

Reviewed on 13 May 2026

Loews Hollywood Hotel
The Westin Bonaventure Hotel and Suites, Los Angeles

The Westin Bonaventure Hotel and Suites, Los Angeles

4 out of 5
404 S Figueroa St Los Angeles CA
The price is ฿6,109 per night from 27 May to 28 May
฿6,109
฿8,226 total
27 May - 28 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,073 reviews)
What can I say?…we will definitely be back! Such a great experience. Everyone was super helpful. Nice bar, Starbucks handy, great breakfast buffet, and a nice little night menu if you choose to stay in. The pool was very enjoyable also. Looking forward to next time.

Reviewed on 13 May 2026

The Westin Bonaventure Hotel and Suites, Los Angeles
Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport by IHG

3 out of 5
9901 S La Cienega Blvd Los Angeles CA
The price is ฿4,040 per night from 31 May to 1 Jun
฿4,040
฿4,694 total
31 May - 1 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (4,561 reviews)
It was good

Reviewed on 14 May 2026

Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport by IHG
The Biltmore Los Angeles

The Biltmore Los Angeles

4 out of 5
506 S Grand Ave Los Angeles CA
Fully refundable
The price is ฿5,172 per night from 20 May to 21 May
฿5,172
฿7,457 total
20 May - 21 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,422 reviews)
Old school charm oozes out of every corner. Fabulous detail in all the public spaces. Rooms are large. Bathrooms and functional - as one should expect from a 1920s hotel. A movie was being filmed while I was there.

Reviewed on 14 May 2026

The Biltmore Los Angeles
Sheraton Universal Hotel

Sheraton Universal Hotel

4 out of 5
333 Universal Hollywood Drive Universal City CA
The price is ฿8,048 per night from 24 May to 25 May
฿8,048
฿9,352 total
24 May - 25 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Universal City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,164 reviews)
Loved our short 1 night stay.

Reviewed on 13 May 2026

Sheraton Universal Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Pasadena

Echo Park

Echo Park

If you're spending some time in Echo Park, Dodger Stadium and Echo Park Lake are top sights worth seeing.

Echo Park
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Silver Lake

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

Lake views, live music and theatres are just a few things travellers enjoy about Silver Lake. Check out Melrose Avenue or Virgil Avenue while you're exploring the area.

Silver Lake
Little Tokyo

Little Tokyo

4/5(4 area reviews)

Visitors often come to Little Tokyo for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like The Geffen Contemporary at MOCA and Los Angeles City Hall. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Little Tokyo/Arts District Station.

Little Tokyo
Aerial views of Griffith Park Observatory in Griffith Park, Los Angeles, California.

Los Feliz

You'll enjoy the coffee shops and architecture in Los Feliz. You might want to make time for a stop at Pohono Bridge or John Marshall High School.

Los Feliz
Downtown Los Angeles

Downtown Los Angeles

4/5(135 area reviews)

Crypto.com Arena and Palace Theater are top sights in Downtown Los Angeles, and you should be sure to explore the great live music. Hop aboard the metro at Pershing Square Station or Little Tokyo/Arts District Station to see more sights in the area.

Downtown Los Angeles
South Park

South Park

While you're in South Park, take in top sights like Crypto.com Arena and jump on the metro at Pico Station to see more of the city.

South Park

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